Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila'
Also called Dwarf Chinese Astilbe
Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila' - Dwarf False Spirea - Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.
More About Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila'
- Short spikes of mauve-lilac plumes
- Deeply cut, bronze-green foliage hugs the ground
- One of the most drought tolerant astilbe
- Chinese astilbe are generally more sun tolerant
- Excellent, ground cover
- Bloom Time: June to August
- Flower Height: 25 cm
Zone:
3Height:
10-15 cmSpread:
30-50 cmColour:
Mauve-lilacDwarf False Spirea Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grows best in light to moderate shade, with average to moist soils. Astilbe may burn if planted in full sun. Deep shade tolerant, but will not flower as prolifically. Water plants during the summer especially if there is less than average rainfall. Extended drought periods will lead to browning of the foliage and may result in foliage drop. After flowers finish, prune off spent blooms and lightly shape the foliage to encourage new growth.
Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila' Characteristics
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Full Shade
Rabbit Resistant
Deer Resistant
Dried Flower/Foliage
Long Blooming
Fragrant
Cut Flower/Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Ground cover
Rock garden
Soil Moisture
Moist to AverageWell-drained
Growth Rate
MediumFlowering Time
Lt. Spr-SumHabit
DwarfSpreading
Landscape uses
Woodland/woods edgeBorder/edging